A Creative Assassination?

Last week in Barrie (and this weekend in Orillia) We launched the series “Your Big Moment” centered on the biblical book of Esther.

In the book, king Xerxes is a central character. What you might not have known, is that in the video game Assassin’s creed, Xerxes is eventually assassinated by what’s called the hidden blade.

In the game the hidden blade was concealed along the forearm when not in use. To use the blade, assassin’s actually had their ring finger cut off so that the hidden blade could protrude through the gap when extended for assassination.

It’s dramatic, and so is the book of Esther. It’s got twists and turns that will surprise and shock you.

Barrie Campus

Your Big Moment – Part 2 – Defining Moment | Carey Nieuwhof

In the story of Esther, we meet several key characters, all of whom will be remembered for something. What do you want to be remembered for? Contrary to what most people want to believe, your character in the little moments determines your legacy in the big moments. If you’re wise, you’ll seek to define what defines you.

Orillia Campus

Your Big Moment – Part 1 – Just An Ordinary Day | Carey Nieuwhof

Most days, life seems quite ordinary. In fact, some days God seems entirely absent. If you can relate to that, you need to meet Esther. Sometimes the little moments are more significant than you think. And you can trust that God is present, even when God seems absent. The book of Esther gives us a surprising example of how that is true.

About Justin Piercy

Justin was an integral part of our volunteer production team before joining us on staff in the spring of 2009. Justin graduated from Trebas Institute with a diploma in Audio Engineering and Production. He uses his gifts in leading our media department at Connexus and managing the Connexus e-teams. Justin loves a good cup of anything-Starbucks, creating beautiful things, and can fly through a good book.